THE FIELD NOTEBOOK
Practical notes for understanding ancient American societies. No miracle theories, no treasure maps — just clearer thinking about the evidence.
Before you admire the artistry, identify the sign order, the cartouche structure, and the calendrical anchors. A five-minute scan can save five hours of confusion.
FIELD NOTE · 8 min READ
Why stratigraphy, associated finds, and soil chemistry each demand a different kind of attention.
FIELD NOTE · 6 min READ
A friendly explanation of calibration curves, reservoir effects, and why a raw date can mislead.
FIELD NOTE · 9 min READ
Type-variety systems, frequency seriation, and the questions to ask before trusting a chronology.
FIELD NOTE · 7 min READ
How common provenance gaps work and how to recognise pressure without letting it shape your reading.
FIELD NOTE · 6 min READ
A repeatable scan for excavation methods, publication delays, funding sources, and interpretive restraint.
FIELD NOTE · 10 min READ
Practical habits for enjoying archaeological literature without a university subscription.